publicelementaryGrade 1-5

Riverdale

143 Needham Street, Dedham, MA 02026, United States

+1 (781) 310-2000

http://www.dedham.k12.ma.us

4.5

Overall Rating

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Riverdale Overview

About This School

Riverdale is a public elementary in Dedham, Massachusetts, serving 206 students in grades 1-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 52% in ELA and 37% in math. The school maintains a 9:1 student-teacher ratio with 21 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $103,256. The student body at Riverdale is composed of 48% male and 52% female students. The demographic breakdown includes 63% White, 17% Hispanic, 12% Black, 7% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

206

Total Students

Grade 1-5

9:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

21 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts52%

Mathematics37%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 1-5

County

Norfolk County

Students per Counselor

206:1

Riverdale Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

52%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 49%State Avg: 44%

37%

Mathematics

City Avg: 47%State Avg: 42%

N/A

Science

Class Information

9:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 10:1

State Avg: 12.5:1

206

Students per Counselor

Riverdale Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$103,256

City Avg: $103,256

State Avg: $85,529

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio9:1

Students per Counselor206:1

Riverdale Student Demographics

Student Body

48.06%

Male

51.94%

Female

Total Enrollment: 206 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White62.62%

Hispanic16.99%

Asian1.94%

Black11.65%

Two or More Races6.8%

Native American0%

Riverdale Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Riverdale

Q: What is Riverdale?

A: Riverdale is a elementary public located in Dedham.

Q: How many students attend Riverdale?

A: Riverdale has approximately 206 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale is 9:1.

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Detailed Information about Riverdale

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Riverdale - Dedham, MA

Quick Facts about Riverdale
School Name	Riverdale
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 1-5
Location	143 Needham Street, Dedham, MA 02026, Dedham, MA
County	Norfolk County
Phone	+1 (781) 310-2000
Total Students	206
Student-Teacher Ratio	9:1
Full-Time Teachers	21
Rating	4.5/10
ELA Proficiency	52%
Math Proficiency	37%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Riverdale

What is Riverdale?

Riverdale is a elementary public located in Dedham.

How many students attend Riverdale?

Riverdale has approximately 206 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale is 9:1.

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